The Different Types of Instant Messaging

There are several different types of instant messaging. These include XMPP (Extensible Markup Language), Message switching unit 112, Text messaging, and WeChat. Each one is a great way to communicate with others. We will take a look at some of the most popular forms of IM and their uses.

XMPP

XMPP allows users to communicate via instant messages on different devices without requiring the other users to be online. Messages are sent as XML stanzas, which include the message body, the sender’s unique ID, the recipient’s unique ID, and other metadata. These stanzas are signed by the servers of both parties.

XMPP is a communications protocol that was created in 1998. Originally known as Jabber, XMPP has a wide range of applications and uses. It can be used for VoIP, video, file transfer, gaming, and much more. In fact, it’s used by more than 30,000 different software products.

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